I have breast implants that are encapsulated, calcified along with cysts. This condition is painful and I was wondering if it could be a contributing factor in my upper back pain? The back pain becomes severe when I extend my arms to do certain chores, driving, or standing. I am going to check out some doctors to remove the implants along with the calcification and cysts. If the removal of all these cause deformity, will insurance cover reconstruction?
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Dear PPattily,
lymphatic massages can reduce swelling but every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member,...
Good afternoon!
My approach in almost all cases is the following:
1) en bloc capsulectomy/explant
2) drain for five days
3) tight compression bra for 12 weeks
With this approach I almost never have to go back and perform a lift because the skin has such an amazing ability to "shrink back down"...
With a 42 year history of breast implants, what you are describing probably relates to a concavity in your rib cage from the pressure of the implants. This is not something that will resolve on its own over time. I'd suggest booking an appointment with your surgeon to be examined and discuss...
